Ballet Nights
Ballet Nights brings its celebrated format north, inviting Leeds audiences to experience an extraordinary evening of dance, live music and world-class talent.
Led by Royal Ballet & Opera star Steven McRae, bringing one of British ballet’s most celebrated names to the city for the first time. Joining him are Cape Town City Ballet in their UK touring debut, alongside Taiwan’s acclaimed B.DANCE, bringing international voices to UK audiences beyond London.
James Wilton Dance brings its signature blend of raw physicality and contemporary choreography, while a new Ballet Nights commission by Liam Woodvine & Taylor Hughes sits alongside emerging talents Django Bates-Blower & Chrysanthi Nicolaou. Ballet Central showcases the next generation shaping the future of dance.
Live music comes from Quartet Concrete, with Jamie Body hosting the evening.
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